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It is with heavy hearts that the family of Dr. Massimo Verdicchio announces his passing on April 7, 2023, at the age of 77. Massimo “Nonno” passed away, after showing much courage, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family. Massimo was a devoted husband, dad, brother, and nonno.
Massimo was born in Naples, Italy on May 1, 1945, and was the second oldest in a family of six brothers who immigrated to Canada in 1961. He received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in arts from the University of British Columbia. Massimo later earned another master’s degree and Doctorate degree from Yale University. He then began his academic career, which spanned over 40 years, at the University of Alberta.
Massimo was preceded in death by his parents, Luigi and Nunzia; and his brother, Sergio. He is survived by his beloved wife, Rosanna; his loving children, Jennifer (Dimitri), Rob (Tanya), Melissa (Patrick), Daniel (Robbie); and his three grandchildren who he adored, Cristiano, Ilena, and Aston. Massimo is also survived by his brothers, Fulvio (Kimberly), Giorgio (Vanessa), Marcello (Jocelyn), Roberto (Lisa); sister-in-law, Joni; and many nieces and nephews.
A Prayer Service will be held at Connelly-McKinley Downtown Funeral Home, 10011–114 Street, Edmonton, on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. A private family interment will take place following cremation.
The family extends their deepest gratitude to Dr. Thomas Ranieri, the staff at the Cross Cancer Institute, and the Sturgeon Community Hospital who were very kind and caring to Massimo during his illness. The family is also appreciative of the home and palliative care teams who helped care for Massimo at home.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that Memorial Donations be made in Massimo’s name to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, 10123 99 St NW #710, Edmonton, AB T5J 3H1.
Arrangements entrusted to Connelly-McKinley Downtown Funeral Home.
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